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Livestock still stuck on export ship in WA

A ship carrying about 13,000 live sheep and cattle that became stranded in Western Australia after an engine problem last week is expected to resume its voyage by Friday.

The MV Ocean Outback was leaving Fremantle on December 29 when one of its two engines had a cylinder malfunction.

Repairs are expected to be completed by Thursday or Friday, while additional fodder and chaff will also be loaded onto the ship.

The vessel is owned by Wellard Live Exports but is under charter by Otway Livestock Exports.

Wellard chief operating officer Scot Braithwaite said essential livestock services on board including ventilation, feed and water were not affected by the malfunction.

"With both engines in service, we expect the time the animals will spend on board will be similar to the total voyage length of many other vessels that regularly transport livestock from Australia," he said.

Mr Braithwaite said animal welfare was the top priority, with a veterinarian and stockmen to remain on board to look after the sheep and cattle throughout the voyage.